About Us
History
The Property
The Property
Richard and Saundra Dolbeer purchased 18 acres in Huron, County, Ohio in April 2005 that included a small house, barn, woodlands, stream, 3.5-acre lake (Redwing Lake, photo above), and 0.3-acre "Frog Pond". On our initial inspection of the property, we heard eastern bluebirds, red-winged blackbirds, and western chorus frogs singing; hence
Richard and Saundra Dolbeer purchased 18 acres in Huron, County, Ohio in April 2005 that included a small house, barn, woodlands, stream, 3.5-acre lake (Redwing Lake, photo above), and 0.3-acre "Frog Pond". On our initial inspection of the property, we heard eastern bluebirds, red-winged blackbirds, and western chorus frogs singing; hence the names. Subsequently, we added 42 acres which includes an 11-acre lake (Camp Lake).
The Property
The Property
The Property
Bluebird Haven needed much work when purchased. A combination of many trips to the landfill to remove junk, numerous tree plantings, trail building, brush clearing, and overall stewardship has created a "haven" of natural beauty. We established 3.5 miles of nature trails which include 15 bridges over creeks and wetlands. Floating docks,
Bluebird Haven needed much work when purchased. A combination of many trips to the landfill to remove junk, numerous tree plantings, trail building, brush clearing, and overall stewardship has created a "haven" of natural beauty. We established 3.5 miles of nature trails which include 15 bridges over creeks and wetlands. Floating docks, a rope swing, paddle boards, and kayaks create a fun environment for swimming and fishing in Redwing and Camp Lakes. Our neighbor, John Morrow (in photo tilling soil for wildflower plot), provided essential assistance in these endeavors until his death in 2021.
Environmental Education
Research to cure Alzheimer's Disease
Research to cure Alzheimer's Disease
Our mission for Bluebird Haven has always been environmental education and outdoor activities for family, friends, and the greater community of invited guests. Numerous Scout troops have camped at Bluebird Haven, earning merit badges in gun safety, marksmanship, cooking, orienteering, and many other outdoor skills. An annual fish fry is
Our mission for Bluebird Haven has always been environmental education and outdoor activities for family, friends, and the greater community of invited guests. Numerous Scout troops have camped at Bluebird Haven, earning merit badges in gun safety, marksmanship, cooking, orienteering, and many other outdoor skills. An annual fish fry is held with over 100 attendees in which Back to the Wild releases various rehabilitated wildlife from their award-winning Center near Castalia, Ohio. A portion of the property is in the Western Reserve Land Conservancy.
Research to cure Alzheimer's Disease
Research to cure Alzheimer's Disease
Research to cure Alzheimer's Disease
Co-owner Saundra Dolbeer, an avid gardener and lover of nature, died in 2017 after a courageous 8-year battle with Alzheimer's. A new mission of Bluebird Haven is to promote research to find a cure for this insidious disease. To this end, Richard has established roadside wildflower plots. Wildflowers signify beauty, hope, and rejuvenati
Co-owner Saundra Dolbeer, an avid gardener and lover of nature, died in 2017 after a courageous 8-year battle with Alzheimer's. A new mission of Bluebird Haven is to promote research to find a cure for this insidious disease. To this end, Richard has established roadside wildflower plots. Wildflowers signify beauty, hope, and rejuvenation in the search for effective treatments to prevent Alzheimer's. These wildflower plots also provide much-needed food and habitat for pollinator species which are essential for the cycle of life and human food security. You can help the cause by planting wildflowers for community beauty, environmental stewardship, and Alzheimer's awareness (Get Involved | Alzheimer's Association).